Meet the Faces Behind GSD Precision Ag: Our Dedicated Team of Agricultural Experts
From seasoned sales professionals to our top-shelf service technicians, every member of the GSD Precision Ag team plays an essential role in delivering the highest standard of precision agricultural solutions.
With decades of combined experience and a shared commitment to innovation, we stand ready to support you in every step of your farming journey.
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Kris Brekken
SALES MANAGER
Kris Brekken is your go-to planting partner with a down-to-earth approach. Armed with a Bachelor of University Studies from Mayville State University, Kris brings more than 20 years of hands-on experience in the agriculture industry and more than six years of experience as a sales leader. Before pivoting to a career in precision planting, Kris held pivotal roles in farm management and petroleum supply management, where he fine-tuned his skills and deepened his industry knowledge.
Now, as a seasoned sales manager, Kris is all about finding practical solutions that work for you. Kris is committed to delivering personalized, innovative solutions tailored to your unique needs. Leading a dedicated team, he ensures you receive top-notch service and support every step of the way.
Kris's passion for precision planting isn't just about technology; it's about helping you farm smarter, not harder.
For the last nine years, Kris has served his local community as a school board member showing he’s willing, and able, to walk the talk. While his role at GSD is an integral aspect of Kris’ time on earth, he prioritizes his family and community above all else.
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Chris Mueller
PARTS MANAGER
For more than a decade, Chris Mueller has served North Dakota’s farming community with seamless customer support. His meticulous eye for detail and strategic planning through high-stress seasons not only provides critical support for our internal teams, but also, and especially, to our customers.
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Derek Palmiscno
SALES & SERVICE
Leveraging years of agronomy experience, Derek not only understands the hurdles you face in your fields, he also brings solutions to the table you may not even know yet exist. With his six plus years of experience in precision agriculture, precision and reliability are baseline and top-shelf customer service is the rule.
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Shane Sharpe
SALES & SERVICE
With nearly a decade of precision planting experience under his belt, Shane’s no-nonsense, solutions-oriented approach is his biggest asset. Truly an extension of your operation’s team, Shane’s experience ensures your next upgrade, or overhaul, is geared toward less time in the shop and always more bushels.
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Hunter Albert
Service Tech
Hunter chased a childhood on a Minnesota grain farm with hands-on experience with drones, which sparked his interest in technology in agriculture. With an associates degree in Precision Technology & Precision Agronomy from the North Dakota State College of Science, Hunter brings expertise and dedication to help growers optimize their operations.
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Jon Bertsch
Jon Bertsch's journey into agriculture is a testament to the resilience and innovation ingrained in his DNA. Raised on Bertsch Farms near Hillsboro, ND, Jon's initial reluctance to farm shifted dramatically after his father, Leon's, unexpected passing in 2012. Alongside his sister, Allison, Jon took the reins of the family farm, planting their first crop in 2013 and eventually becoming the primary owner and operator of GSD Enterprises.
Drawing on a legacy of entrepreneurship passed down from his grandparents to his parents, Jon embraced the challenges of farming with a spirit of determination. His background in technology, highlighted by a degree in computer networking from Minnesota State Community and Technical College, enabled him to integrate precision technology and innovation into the farm's operations. Through ventures like GSD Trucking and GSD Tek, Jon expanded his entrepreneurial footprint, leveraging his skills and vision to create thriving businesses beyond farming.
However, Jon's pursuits extend far beyond business success. Deeply rooted in his family, community, and a commitment to stewardship, Jon equally prioritizes his entrepreneurial pursuits, his family, and community.
At GSD Precision Ag, Jon's focus extends beyond being the owner; he prioritizes empowering his team and providing resources to foster local talent. His solutions-oriented mindset recognizes precision agriculture as a key to overcoming farming obstacles. With a vision centered on collaboration and innovation, Jon ensures that each venture undertaken honors the generations that came before, embracing their legacy as he navigates the ever-evolving landscape of modern agriculture.